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Penumbra Neuron Delivery Catheter 053, 115 cm/12 cm-- MP… recallZ-2313-2009 · Penumbra Inc. · initiated Jul 1, 2009

Terminated All recalls posted in September 2009

Is my device affected?

  1. Compare the model, catalog and lot or serial numbers on your device or its packaging with the code information below. A recall usually covers only specific models or lots.
  2. If yours is listed, follow the instructions from Penumbra Inc. or your healthcare provider. The company's action is summarized under what the company is doing.
  3. Do not stop using a prescribed or implanted device on your own — talk to your healthcare provider first.

Where to find your model and lot numbers · What recall classes and statuses mean

Why it was recalled

Misbranding--Some products may be identified with the wrong ID band content 'Neuron 6F 070' instead of 'Neuron 6F delivery'

FDA root cause category: Mixed-up of materials/components

What the company is doing

Firm initiated its recall on June 30, 2009. Consignees notified on July 6 and 7, with follow up contact on July 7, 2009. Contact Penumbra Inc. at 1.510.618.3223, if there are any questions.

Recall details

Recall number
Z-2313-2009
Recall class
Not yet classified by the FDA
Status
Terminated
Initiated by the company
Jul 1, 2009
Posted by the FDA
Sep 24, 2009
Recalling firm
Penumbra Inc.
Quantity
37 units
Product code
DQY
FDA submissions
K070970
Distribution
CA, FL, NC, MI, MO, VA, AZ, CT, IA, NY, and CO, Foreign: Germany and Australia.

Product description

Penumbra Neuron Delivery Catheter 053, 115 cm/12 cm-- MP, manufactured by Penumbra Inc., Alameda, CA Percutaneous Catheter, indicated for the introduction of interventional devices into the peripheral, coronary and neuro vasculature.

Code information (models, lots, serial numbers)

Catalog number PND6F11512M, lot number F14751

Other devices under the same FDA submission

8 devices cleared under K070970 — the recall does not name any of them by identifier. One submission often covers many models, so they may or may not be affected.

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